How many child daycare & preschools daycares are in Peekskill, New York?

There are 9 child daycare & preschools daycares in Peekskill, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

What is the average rating of daycares in Peekskill?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Peekskill have an average Google rating of 3.65 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Peekskill?

When choosing a daycare in Peekskill, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with New York's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in New York) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

What is the average cost of daycare in New York?

Daycare costs in New York typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Peekskill for current pricing.

Are daycares in Peekskill licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Peekskill must be licensed by New York's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Peekskill, NY — Compare 9+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Peekskill

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

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Child'S World Academy Child Care Center
4.56 score
4.7(20)
50 Dayton Lane, Peekskill, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Little Kings and Queens (note: reviews reference this name, not the listed 'Child's World Academy') as an exceptional daycare with caring, family-like staff and strong educational programs. All reviewers rate it 5/5 stars, highlighting smooth transitions for anxious parents, child development, daily communication with photos/updates, and a clean, safe environment.
Caring and nurturing staffsmooth transition experience for anxious parentsstrong academic curriculumeducational activities (science experiments
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Healthy Kids Extended Day Program
3.28 score
3.1(20)
4 Horton Drive, Peekskill, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Healthy Kids receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise engaged staff, strong communication, clean facilities, and flexible scheduling. However, negative reviews cite serious operational failures including poor communication with partner schools, billing department inflexibility, inadequate staffing, lack of support for children with behavioral or special needs, and sudden program closures.
Caring and patient staffexcellent communication via Brightw
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Healthy Kids Extended Day Program (Woodside)
3.28 score
3.1(20)
702 Depew Street, Peekskill, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Healthy Kids Extended Day Program receives highly polarized reviews. The majority of reviews (5/5 stars) praise the staff's care, communication, cleanliness, and flexible scheduling. However, several recent 1-3 star reviews report serious operational issues including poor communication between management and schools, billing disputes, staff access problems, low enrollment leading to program closures, and inadequate support for children with behavioral or special needs.

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Peekskill

4.5 - 5.0

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4.0 - 4.4

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3.0 - 3.9

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Best Rated Neighborhoods

Peekskill zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
10566	9	3.65	2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Peekskill (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

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Medium

31–75 children

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Large

76–150 children

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Very Large

150+ children

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Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Peekskill based on parent reviews

Child'S World Academy Child Care Center

4.7(20)

50 Dayton Lane, Peekskill, NY

Parents consistently praise Little Kings and Queens (note: reviews reference this name, not the listed 'Child's World Academy') as an exceptional daycare with caring, family-like staff and strong educational programs. All reviewers rate it 5/5 stars, highlighting smooth transitions for anxious parents, child development, daily communication with photos/updates, and a clean, safe environment.

Caring and nurturing staffsmooth transition experience for anxious parentsstrong academic curriculum

Lil' Sprouts Early Learning Center

5(3)

1821 East Main Street, Peekskill, NY

Parents report that their children have thrived in a warm, nurturing environment led by dedicated staff and directors who prioritize care and consideration. Reviewers highlight the value of both year-round programming and fun outdoor summer camp activities, noting increased happiness and engagement among the kids.

caring and dedicated staffwarm and nurturing environmentfun activities

Westcop Aunt Bessies Open Door

3(1)

137 Union Ave, Peekskill, NY

One parent reports that the center lacks professionalism, citing frequent closures and multiple COVID cases within the facility. The reviewer notes that staff, including teachers and kitchen personnel, often fail to follow mask mandates despite being notified months ago.

Westcop Peekskill Day Care Center

3(1)

705 South Street, Peekskill, NY

One parent reports a lack of professionalism, citing frequent closures and multiple on-site COVID cases. The review highlights that staff, including teachers and kitchen personnel, repeatedly failed to follow mask mandates despite being notified.

Healthy Kids Extended Day Program

3.1(20)

4 Horton Drive, Peekskill, NY

Healthy Kids receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise engaged staff, strong communication, clean facilities, and flexible scheduling. However, negative reviews cite serious operational failures including poor communication with partner schools, billing department inflexibility, inadequate staffing, lack of support for children with behavioral or special needs, and sudden program closures.

Caring and patient staffexcellent communication via Brightw

Healthy Kids Extended Day Program (Woodside)

3.1(20)

702 Depew Street, Peekskill, NY

Healthy Kids Extended Day Program receives highly polarized reviews. The majority of reviews (5/5 stars) praise the staff's care, communication, cleanliness, and flexible scheduling. However, several recent 1-3 star reviews report serious operational issues including poor communication between management and schools, billing disputes, staff access problems, low enrollment leading to program closures, and inadequate support for children with behavioral or special needs.

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Peekskill, New York

There are 9 child daycare & preschools in Peekskill, New York. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Peekskill have an average rating of 3.65 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.65 stars. Our analysis covers 65 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Peekskill, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

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